Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsHeronsOrganic Manicure Recipe

Organic Manicure Recipe

Inspired by Herons
Time40m
Serves1

Make Organic Manicure Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Nail Soak

Nail Scrub

Method

Nail Soak

  1. 1

    Prepare the Soak

    In a bowl, combine 2 cups of warm water with 2 tablespoons of Epsom salt, stirring until dissolved.

  2. 2

    Add Essential Oil

    Add 5 drops of your chosen essential oil (lavender or tea tree) to the soak mixture.

  3. 3

    Soak Nails

    Soak your nails in the warm mixture for about 10-15 minutes to soften cuticles.

Nail Scrub

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of brown sugar with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix until a paste forms.

  2. 5

    Add Essential Oil

    If desired, add 3 drops of an essential oil for fragrance and mix again.

  3. 6

    Exfoliate Nails

    Gently scrub the mixture onto your nails and cuticles for about 5 minutes to remove dead skin and promote circulation.

Moisturizing Lotion

  1. 7

    Melt Ingredients

    In a double boiler, melt 1 cup of coconut oil and 1 tablespoon of shea butter until fully liquefied.

  2. 8

    Add Essential Oil

    Remove from heat and add 5 drops of your preferred essential oil (peppermint or eucalyptus) to the mixture, stirring well.

  3. 9

    Cool and Store

    Allow the mixture to cool until it thickens slightly, then transfer to a jar for easy application. Use as needed to moisturize hands and nails.

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